Big Pine Creek Camping and Hiking Weekend

July 12 @ 12:00 pm - July 14 @ 6:00 pm

INTRODUCTIONI have reserved several camping sites at Big Pine Creek Campground for the weekend. Hikes will be posted separately for Sat and Sun, most likely the Big Pine Lakes and White Mtn or do your own hike. Join us for the day or the weekend. EVENT IS NOT FULL. PAYMENT SECURES A SPOT. Contact me with your preferred method of payment. $30 per person.

Walter posted this in 2012. Time to return to share the beauty of the lakes without the backpack in. Big Pine Creek Campground, surrounded by sprawling meadows and towering trees, is perfectly situated in the scenic Big Pine Canyon. Campsites are perched along the cool, fish-filled waters of Big Pine Creek. North Fork Basin is heralded for having the southernmost glacier in the United States, the Palisade Glacier. It’s also the largest glacier in the Sierra Nevada mountains.

CAMPINGI have reserved several sites with limited tent and parking space so being mindful of tent size and carpooling will be necessary. I will provide firewood. The campground check-in is at 2:00pm on Friday and check-out by 1:00pm on Sunday.

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*************************GROUP ACTIVITIES AND MEALSThere will be hikes posted separately for Sat and Sun. Will will have a group potluck Sat night and you will be responsible for your other meals.

ADDITIONAL DETAILSRecreation:The creek and nearby Big Pine Lakes are great for swimming and fishing. Both water spots have rainbow, brown and brook trout.The North Fork Trail gives hikers access to Big Pine Lakes and the Palisade Glacier. The trail zigzags through Jeffrey pine, manzanita and sage before it reaches the headwaters of Big Pine Creek.Facilities:This is a family-friendly and pet-friendly campground. Some campsites boast creek-front access, and each site accommodates a maximum of six campers. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided for basic conveniences. Firewood is sold on-site.Nearby Attractions:Glaciers in the nearby John Muir Wilderness make an exciting hiking destination. A commercial pack station is within close proximity for horse enthusiasts looking for an outdoor adventure. Pay showers and pond fishing can be found at a nearby lodge.

DIRECTIONSFrom Highway 395, turn west on Crocker Street in Big Pine, the continue west up Big PineCanyon Road for 10 miles to end of road. Turn left crossing Big Pine Creekand left again past Glacier Lodge for 100 yards.****************************************

The Fine Print

PLEASE – Know your limits and abilities. Bring snacks and drink plenty of liquids when hiking. Check weather conditions and dress accordingly and be aware of your surroundings at all times. Watching out for poison oak, snakes, ticks, uneven footing, spectacular views, beautiful fauna all while interacting with awesome (usually) fellow hikers can be extremely hazardous, rewarding and fun.

The Farzan Rule: Posted hike times are the time the hike starts or we leave from a posted shuttle location. I’m aware other Meetup groups offer a grace period for late arrivals; we don’t. It’s your responsibility to know the location of the meeting spot and be there and ready to participate at the posted time. If you have any concerns about the directions feel free to contact the organizer of the event, preferably in advance of the event and not at the start time. I’m of the opinion that it’s not fair to delay an event when the majority of attendees have arrived on-time. (so named after a conversation I had with a certain un-named member)

RSVP’s: If you RSVP for an event be responsible and update your RSVP if your plans change. If your plans change at the last second and you’re not able to update your RSVP also let us know. In my opinion a no-show is someone who has no regard for following the guidelines we request from our members and will risk being removed from future events that have a limit.

VHC HIKE RATING SCALE

Rating a hike is subjective, meaning the difficulty of a hike will be in direct relation to how often you hike and the type of hike you prefer. Keep in mind that any hike can have the following: un-even hiking surfaces, various obstructions, water and/or water crossings or bouldering and/or rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these!

Class 3 Scrambling: Scrambling or un-roped climbing. You must use your hands at times to hold the terrain or find your route. This may be caused by a combination of boulders, steepness and extreme terrain. Some Class 3 routes have ropes in place for assistance.

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:

I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.

Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The VHC Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any VHC Meetup events, you are releasing the VHC Meetup Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Event Navigation

Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need.

Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.

The Organizers and members in this group are not professional leaders, guides, or mountaineers. The function of the member or organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who shows up for a trip/meetup (and their guest or guests) is responsible for his or her own safety. By attending a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you and any guests that you bring are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizers, Members of the Hiking With Dean Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities per the ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER.

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